Samsung ST80 vs Sony A7R IV

Following is a comprehensive review of the Samsung ST80 versus Sony A7R IV, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the ST80 (14MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the ST80 (1/2.3") and A7R IV (Full frame) provide different sensor size.

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The ST80 was launched 10 years earlier than the A7R IV which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the ST80 matches up against the A7R IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST80 & Sony Alpha A7R IV. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung ST80 Gallery & Sony A7R IV Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST80 offers outside measurements of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony A7R IV has dimensions of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the ST80 versus the A7R IV.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ST80 and A7R IV is 96 and 62 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST80 and A7R IV.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ST80 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony A7R IV will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 47MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged ST80 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.